The name Cade is a boy's name of English origin meaning "round, barrel; battle".

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Strong and modern, Cade shot up the popularity lists around the millennium—it was as high as Number 201 in 2001. Now, it has declined in popularity slightly, but nevertheless remains in the US Top 300, given to around 1200 babies each year. Combined with all the baby Kades, Cadens, Kaidens and Kaydens however, it might feel even more popular that it actually is. 
 The name Cade developed from an Old English nickname meaning "round", though it is also possible that it emerged as a name for someone who made barrels, or from the Old English Cada meaning "battle". 
 
 Like Scarlett, Rhett, Ashley, Melanie, and Beau, Cade was worn by a character in Gone With the Wind and now, there's a Cade Skywalker in the Star Wars universe, and Keith Carradine named his now-grown son Cade.

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The name Cade is currently ranked #272 in U.S. births. and peaked for boys at #201 in 2001. The name is most popular in CADE, CADE, and CADE. Cade is occasionally used for girls in 2024.

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Cade as a feminine name represents an uncommon gender crossover from its more traditional masculine usage. With British origins, Cade derives from an Old English word meaning 'round' or possibly from a Middle English term for a barrel or cask. Alternatively, some link it to the Gaelic 'cadad' meaning 'small battle.' While Cade has gained moderate popularity as a boy's name since the 1990s, its feminine usage remains extremely rare. The name offers a short, strong sound with a modern unisex appeal. Parents choosing Cade for a daughter might appreciate its simplicity, strength, and uniqueness, fitting within the trend of traditionally masculine names being adopted for girls.

The name Cade peaked for girls at #9140 in 1997. Cade is also used for boys, ranking #272 in 2024.

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